There’s a good chance we’ll see Nintendo’s next-gen console in 2025, but if you’re just in the mood to play some Nintendo games, the Switch is still a great buy. You’re in luck because Amazon is offering $25 off when you snip the coupon on the page, dropping the price to $324. Not only is this a rare discount, but it’s also one of the best prices we’ve tracked on the console. The agreement applies to both White and Red and blue neon versions, and the Mario Red Edition It’s also on sale for $5 more (no need to clip the coupon).
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The Nintendo Switch OLED (8/10, WIRED recommended) is the best portable gaming console on the market right now. It has a much improved kickstand over the original model, an Ethernet port built into the base, and a richer, brighter, larger display. There is also a larger base storage capacity, although we recommend purchasing a micro SD card to reinforce it even more. Check out our list of the best Nintendo Switch games for ideas on what to download first.
The Joy-Cons and internal specifications remain the same as the previous edition. It retains the nifty ability to switch between handheld and docked mode, and there are plenty of great accessories you can get to enhance your gaming experience (we’ve rounded up our favorites here). Read our tips and tricks on everything you can do with a Nintendo Switch.
It is worth noting that this promotion is part of a Biggest sale Amazon is running. where you can save $25 when you spend $250 on select items. This includes other gaming equipment, from PlayStation controllers toward Switch Pro Controllerand even some titles like Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.